State Sen. Joe Getty (R-5th District) is hosting a series of Meet and Greet events in state legislative District 5 – including in two in areas that are being added through the state’s legislative redistricting.

The informal sessions are to provide an opportunity to meet with residents and discuss the upcoming 2014 legislation session.

Sessions in the newly added area of the district include Tuesday, Nov. 19, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Gunners Grille, 5525 Taneytown Pike, Taneytown; and Wednesday, Nov. 20, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Salerno's, 1043 Liberty Road, Eldersburg.

Two additional events in areas that are currently in Dist. 5 will be held Wednesday, Dec. 4, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Dutch Corner Restaurant, 3154 Main St., Manchester; and Wednesday, Dec . 11, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Harry's Restaurant, 65 W. Main St., Westminster.

Light refreshments will be served. RSVPs are requested to Russell Vriezen at 443-536-4700 or russ@senatorgetty.com.